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FBReaderReadEra
Freemium

The reader is free. Some format plugins and premium features are paid.

 Free

Free to download and use without ads, according to the developer.

Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS Android, iOS
  • Same library and reading position across desktop and mobile
  • Reads custom OPDS catalogues as well as local files
  • Opens EPUB, MOBI, PDF, DjVu, Word, FB2 and comic files
  • Reads books directly from ZIP and RAR archives
  • Some features and formats need paid add-ons
  • The desktop builds lag the mobile apps
  • Closed source
  • Mobile only, with no desktop version
Downloadable app Downloadable app
Closed source Closed source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed No account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked September 22, 2026

Checked September 23, 2026

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